2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. Both 2008 Nissan Murano and 2004 Nissan Pathfinder are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |